US home prices rose modestly in January, led by NYC and Chicago
The FHFA Housing Price Index posted a 4.8% annual growth rate while the S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller Indices showed a slightly lower increase of 4.1%, according to new data released Tuesday
by Richelle Hammiel Mar 25
Women, Wealth and Real Estate: How Judith Ahdoot breaks barriers
By investing wisely, women like Judith Ahdoot are not only securing their own futures but also setting the stage for future generations to thrive, coach Melanie Klein writes
by Melanie Klein Mar 25
Women, Wealth and Real Estate: How Daniela Pagani takes control
As women like this Chicago luxury broker step into real estate, Melanie Klein writes, they continue to redefine success and carve out pathways to lasting financial independence
by Melanie Klein Mar 24
Highlights from NAR's 2025 race and homebuying snapshot
For fair housing trainer and advocate Dr. Lee Davenport, self-motivation, transparency and accountability matter more than prioritizing enforcement to optimize fair housing outcomes
by Lee Davenport Mar 24
Rethink your assumptions when marketing to women homebuyers
Think women who buy are focused on style over substance? Think again. They’re mostly focused on financial matters and they’re willing to consider a fixer-upper
by Christy Murdock Mar 22
Women, Wealth and Real Estate: A pathway to financial freedom
Real estate opens doors for women like Martice Brumfield to step in and create their own financial futures through ownership, investment and professional careers, Melanie Klein writes
by Melanie Klein Mar 20
This Women's History Month, make your DEI outcomes measurable
Standardize planning with a simple DEI checklist, Dr. Lee Davenport writes, and share measurable outcomes along with personal feedback and stories from each event
by Lee Davenport Mar 18
Women, Wealth and Real Estate: Anna Uliassi on crafting a legacy
Coach Melanie Klein shares how buying a small condo on a budget set this real estate professional up for long-term investor success and financial independence
by Melanie Klein Mar 17
The homeowner affordability crisis is about to explode due to 'TI'
Soaring property tax and homeowners' insurance costs have made homeownership less affordable than any time since the 1980s, Bernice Ross writes
by Bernice Ross Mar 14
Rocket: Redfin acquisition will cut consumer transaction costs by half
Rocket executives say unifying home search, buying, selling, mortgage, title and servicing could net $20K in savings — which might allay antitrust concerns and keep RESPA regulators at bay
by Matt Carter Mar 11
As JVs struggle, Rate names top salesman to head retail mortgage
Guaranteed Rate Inc.'s retail mortgage operations named Shant Banosian as president on Wednesday as joint ventures with Compass and Anywhere Real Estate strove to generate profits
by Matt Carter Mar 5
Rocket's $649M Q4 profit puts the company in the black for 2024
In a difficult year for real estate, Rocket Mortgage grew closed loan volume by 29%, to $101.2B. Higher profit margins on those loans helped boost net revenue by 34%, to $5.1B
by Matt Carter Feb 28
Tool Kit: A new agent's guide to fair housing laws
Fair housing violations can be avoided, trainer Rachael Hite writes, when agents focus on what matters most: giving everyone the chance to find a home of their own
by Rachael Hite Feb 27
Century 21 lifetime Easterseals donations reaches $141M
Franchisees donated $2.6M to Easterseals in 2024, bringing lifetime donations to $141M. Easterseals helps people with limited mobility and health challenges live more independent lives
by Marian McPherson Feb 24
Gary Keller's bleak 2025 housing market forecast: The Download
This week at Keller Williams' Family Reunion, Gary Keller forecast significant market headwinds in 2025. How can you prepare — and flourish — no matter what happens next?
by Christy Murdock Feb 21